Welcome to Arthur's Pass, New Zealand
Our small alpine village is nestled amongst the Southern Alps in New Zealand's South Island (Maps).You will find a wealth of information about this region on this site.

Updated: 03:00 20/3/18SH 73 Otira to Kumara JunctionImpact: DelaysReason: ResurfacingComment: Traffic control will be in place during work on the highway surface. Delays of up to 15 minutes can be expected.Start Time: 19/03/2018 06:00hrsExpected Resolution: 20/03/2018 18:00More Information:Click Here

SH 73 Springfield to Arthurs PassImpact: CautionReason: MaintenanceComment: Due to works between Lake Pearson and Arthurs Pass there are temporary traffic signals operating with a 30km/h speed restriction in place from Monday 12th February to Friday 23rd March. Road users are advised to expect delays.Start Time: 12/02/2018 06:00hrsExpected Resolution: Until further noticeMore Information:Click Here

The Lake Pearson / Moana Rua campsite is closed until the 1st April whilst earth and road works take place in this area.

Taipo River: The original cableway (Scotty's) in the lower Taipo River has been replaced with a 3-wire bridge. This bridge is quite high above the river and trampers using this part of the route should be quite confident at using this type of structure.

Casey Hut has burnt down - Casey Hut in the Poulter River catchment burnt down in late 2015. The next closest hut is Trust-Poulter, 5km upstream on the true-right. Good camping sites, water (Casey Stream) and a toilet remains at the old Casey Hut site.